Study Tips

Our
courses are designed to teach you GD&T and related topics in an easy-to-use,
convenient online format; however, only you can ensure a successful understanding
of these topics through proper goal-setting and initiative. We can lead
you into the world of GD&T, but you must make a conscious effort to
do the work required to successfully master the subject.

Because of our firm
belief that success can be achieved through proper goal-setting and discipline,
each course lists goals and objectives at the beginning of all of the
lessons. Acquire an understanding of these goals, step by step, and you
will soon have mastered the world of GD&T. However, you must also
set some goals: for the best results, you should set aside a specific
time each day for your coursework. Remember to also provide yourself with
time to read handouts, study concepts, and practice the problems at the
end of each lesson. The results of your hard work and discipline will
be apparent when you successfully grasp each concept and topic. Best of
all, you will soon realize the larger goalan understanding of GD&T
as a whole.

The
Levels of LearningPsychological
studies on learning have discovered that there are several levels involved
in the learning process. Many students try to learn by simply memorizing
facts, without a thorough understanding of the topic at hand; however,
these studies indicate that memorization alone will not properly prepare
the student for tests or the application of any topic. Click
here to read the levels of learning.

The
"Ten Principles to Productive Study"
Educators utilize many different study methods to assist students in the
learning process. In order to assist you in this course, I have adapted
ten commonly known principles of productive study. These "Ten Principles"
can assist you in successful goal-setting and can lead the way to a proper
understanding of GD&T. Before beginning your GD&T course, take
time to read these concepts and make an effort to apply them to your study
plan. Click here to read the ten principles
of productive study.

Your
Commitment to Success
Although these principles can work for you, you alone can decide to commit
the time and effort it will take to apply them. You must first commit
yourself to allowing an adequate amount of time to your e-learning sessions.
You should prepare for online sessions by reading the list of performance
objectives beforehand. You should also read any text or handouts before
logging on. Note key points and review handouts and text afterwards. You
must do the assigned problems and study daily.

Remember, major geometric
tolerancing topics are interrelated and build on one another, so after
completing a lesson, review the performance objectives from the beginning
to be sure you know the major points and the terminology involved. Can
you explain these terms and concepts to someone else? Try it! A person
who understands a topic can use the vocabulary needed to discuss that
topic.

Preparing
for the Quizzes and Tests
Taking tests can be stressful; however, the more prepared you are, the
less stress you will feel. Work the problems and answer the questions
at the end of each chapter. Don't waste time trying to guess what topics
will or will not be included on exams. The exams are based on the performance
objectives; study them and you'll do well. As the "Ten Principles"
suggest, daily study, reading and rereading your topic, and trying practice
problems assure successful study-and less stressful test-taking! Just
as a marathon runner trains daily for an event, you should study daily
for your "event." With enough preparation, a short review before
the exam will be enough to guarantee successful results.

We hope you are encouraged
enough to begin the hard work needed to successfully accomplish the task
at hand; if so, you will be well rewarded. Geometric dimensioning and
tolerancing is a complex and exciting subject; understanding its principles
is rewarding and profitable. By creating these study tips and helpful
suggestions, we've done everything possible to assist you in your studiesthe
rest of the work is up to you.